The native rodent most often seen in the Meadowlands, the muskrat, has been the sparkle in many trappers' eyes for years as they provided a lucrative side job because of their furs. Although not often seen, trapping and hunting in parts of South Bergen are still legal if proper state permits and guidelines are obtained.
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A deer was captured on camera after three curious Rutherford residents heard it clamoring around their neighborhood about a month ago. Two wild turkeys have become unofficial mascots of the Borough of Trees; one was shot and killed with a bow and arrow on July 21. Then there are the scores of rabbits, raccoons, groundhogs, squirrels and other wildlife that make an appearance within South Bergen's borders, not to mention the muskrats of the Meadowlands who for years had been the focus of trappers seeking their furs.